Obituaries

Nov 18, 2023

Jennifer Nicole Burdette, 36, of Dunbar passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

She was born on October 21, 1987 to Rebecca and Dennie Smith of Dunbar.

Jennifer was a graduate of South Charleston High School.  She worked at Goodwill and JSI in her earlier years.  Jennifer's hobbies were swimming, watching movies, and listening...

Nov 16, 2023

David Henry Pickens, 62, of Charleston, WV passed away on November 16, 2023 surrounded by family.

He was a graduate of George Washington High School.  David worked as a contractor most of his life.  He was an avid hunter who advocated for fair sportsmanship, and loved all animals.  David enjoyed all types of music and movies and...

Nov 16, 2023

Luster Orel Doughty, 87, of Dunbar, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed peacefully on November 16, 2023, at home. He entered the gates of Heaven being greeted by many family members, especially his parents, Melford and Teresa Doughty.

He was born on September 1, 1936, as the only child to Melford and Teresa Doughty. He grew up...

Nov 15, 2023

Faye Marilyn Walker-Harding, 84, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

Faye was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Reba Walker; children, Jimmy, Mark, Kelly, and Scottie "Big Man"; siblings, Bill, Tom, David, and Dana; granddaughter, Erica; and grandson, Pooh.

She is survived by her siblings, Gary, Lovell, Rose, Wanda and Annie; children, Dubby...

Nov 15, 2023

Colletta Ja Gray, 68, from South Charleston formerly of Dunbar passed peacefully and comfortably November 15, 2023 in the MICU at CAMC.

Born December 11, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Lynn Snodgrass Gray Scaggs and the late Charles W. Gray.

Colletta was a 1974 graduate of Dunbar High School where she cherished...

Nov 15, 2023

Ronald Lee Boggess, 80, of Dunbar went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at Hubbard Hospice House surrounded by his loving wife and family.

He was born July 2, 1943, the youngest of four children, to the late Othur and Almeda Boggess of Sissonville.

After graduating from Sissonville High...

Nov 10, 2023

Chaten Nelson, 46, died tragically in a car accident on November 10, 2023 in the early morning.

He was born and raised in Rand, WV to the late Herbert and Patricia Boyd Nelson, and was proud of where he came from.

Chaten was a man of many hats.  He was very proud to have been...

Nov 10, 2023

James Robert "Pete" Kinzer, 84, of Winfield, WV, went home to the Lord after a long illness, surrounded by family on November 10, 2023.

He was born on April 15, 1939 in Princeton, WV to Rosetta Kinzer and was raised by Lula Lambert.

James was a member of the Dunbar Church of Christ, and retired...

Nov 9, 2023

William "Bill" Clifford Haynes, 80, of St. Albans, formerly of Nitro, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his wife and three children on Thursday, November 9, 2023.

He was born on March 1, 1943, in Dunbar, to the late Oscar and Beatrice Haynes.

Bill attended Community Church of Hurricane. He retired from...

Nov 8, 2023

Alicia Ann Featherstone, 47, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

Alicia was a veterinarian technician. She adored and cared for any animal that crossed her path. She had the most free spirit, and wasn't afraid of anything. A beautiful, perfect soul inside and out. She loved completely, and made every single person she was with feel...

Nov 8, 2023

Katherine Lynn Jackson, 46, of South Charleston, passed unexpectedly Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023.

She was born May 14, 1977, in Charleston, to Iris Anne Jackson and the late Ronald Wayne Jackson.

Kathy was a proud Spring Hill Elementary Blue Jay, Spring Hill Jr. High Rebel and South Charleston High School Black Eagles cheerleader. She attended...

Nov 6, 2023

Arba Gene Comer, 87, of Big Sandy, WV went home to be with the Lord on November 6, 2023 at CAMC Memorial Hospital.

He was born on October 31, 1936 to the late Basil Comer and Sarah Smith, both of Clendenin, WV.

Arba lived a long and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of kindness...

Nov 4, 2023

Betty Jean Dawson Moore Fankhouser, 85, of Frametown, Braxton County went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2023 after a long illness.

She was born on October 10, 1938 to the late Delmer Dawson and Mildred Hysell Dawson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers; Eddie...

Nov 4, 2023

Bennett E. "Joe" Barnes, 83, of Cross Lanes, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Thomas Memorial Hospital after suffering multiple major illnesses.

He was born on April 20, 1940 in Brunswick County, NC, to the late Rufus and Annie Mae Lewis Barnes.

After graduating from Roseboro High School,...

Nov 2, 2023

Loretta J. Gillespie, 85, of Nitro went to be with the Lord on November 2, 2023 after a short illness.

Loretta was born in Point Pleasant, WV to the late James and Donna Lucas.

She was a graduate of Point Pleasant High School.  Loretta enjoyed spending time with family, sewing, cooking, and gardening.  Her flowers...

Oct 29, 2023

Douglas Tuck Davis, Jr., 71, of Charleston passed away on October 29, 2023.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Arrangements are in the care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

www.kellerfuneralhome.net

Oct 28, 2023

Howard "Judson" Smith, 82, of Dunbar passed away peacefully at Celebration Villa Assisted Living on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

He was a retired semi-trailer truck driver who worked for various companies, and finally retired from Kroger.  Howard was a Christian who attended South Park Missionary Baptist Church, a Teamster, and an Air Force Veteran.

Howard...

Oct 27, 2023

In Loving Memory of Florenda Russell Hill

Dunbar, WV and Jacksonville, FL mourn the loss of a beloved soul as we remember and celebrate the life of Florenda Russell Hill, who peacefully passed away in Jacksonville, FL in October 2023.

Florenda was a beacon of light in the the lives she touched.

Professionally,...

Oct 26, 2023

John R. Carte III, 72, of South Charleston, passed away peacefully to be with his parents, son and brothers on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

He was born on September 8, 1951, in Charleston, to the late John Jr. and Dorothy Carte.

John loved his family tremendously. He enjoyed going racing, the beach and spending time...

Oct 21, 2023

Betty Mae Paxton Barrett, 90, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at HospiceCare at Charleston Memorial.

Betty was born on September 22, 1933 to the the late Father Herman Paxton (Florance) and Anna Macel Hull in Walton, WV.

She was a life long resident of Dunbar.  After retiring from Volkswagen, Betty went back to...